Whole30 Classic Pickled Vegetables

Brighten your meals with the tangy crunch of Whole30 Classic Pickled Vegetables, a vibrant and healthy addition to any plate! This easy-to-make recipe combines crisp carrots, cauliflower florets, radishes, and cucumber spears with a zesty brine made from white vinegar, aromatic garlic, whole peppercorns, mustard seeds, and fresh dill. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, these pickled veggies are not only Whole30-compliant but also packed with flavor and natural probiotics. Perfect as a snack, crunchy topping, or side dish, they’re a versatile, low-calorie option that will elevate your salads, sandwiches, or charcuterie boards. Plus, with straightforward instructions and no special equipment required, you’ll have a jar of homemade pickled goodness in no time—refrigerate for just 24 hours to let those mouthwatering flavors meld. Ideal for meal preppers and pickling beginners alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 medium carrots
• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 6 whole radishes
• 1 large cucumber
• 2 cups white vinegar
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 4 whole garlic cloves
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 6 sprigs fresh dill sprigs

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and slice them into sticks about 3 inches long.

Step 3

Separate cauliflower into small florets.

Step 4

Remove the ends from the radishes and slice them into quarters.

Step 5

Slice the cucumber into spears.

Step 6

In a large saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, and salt.

Step 7

Add the whole black peppercorns and mustard seeds to the saucepan.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the salt is completely dissolved, then remove from the heat.

Step 9

Place the garlic cloves and bay leaves at the bottom of a clean mason jar.

Step 10

Tightly pack the vegetables into the jar, leaving about 1 inch of headspace from the top.

Step 11

Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the vegetables in the jar, making sure they are fully submerged.

Step 12

Add fresh dill sprigs into the jar, tucking them between the vegetables.

Step 13

Seal the jar tightly and allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 14

Once cooled, place the jar in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1827.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	331.0

Total Fat 2.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 14940.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 10.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.0mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 2332.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.1%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 76.4%